Comparison

DAVE THE DIVER vs Simple Spider

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

DAVE THE DIVER

Explore the ocean depths by day, catching fish and uncovering mysteries, then run a bustling sushi restaurant by night. This adventure, RPG, and management hybrid offers casual combat, resource gathering, and a charming narrative with a unique art style. A free trial is available before unlocking the full experience with a one-time purchase.

Highlights
  • Underwater exploration and fishing
  • Sushi restaurant management
  • Casual combat and gathering
  • Rogue-like elements
  • Character-driven narrative
  • Unique 2D/3D art style
  • Minigames and side quests
Features
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*TRY BEFORE YOU BUY* Play the opening portion for free. A one-time purchase unlocks the full game. DLC expansions are available as separate in-app purchases. With 130,000+ reviews and a 96% Overwhelmingly Positive rating, Dave the Diver is coming to mobile. The mobile version is a full port of the original PC game. [An adventure, RPG, management hybrid] Explore and unravel the mysteries in the depths of the Blue Hole by day and run a successful exotic sushi restaurant by night. It’s easy to get hooked on the satisfying gameplay loop! [Casual combat and gathering gameplay with rogue-like elements] Dive into the ever-changing Blue Hole and use a harpoon and other weapons to catch fish and various creatures. Upgrade and forge equipment with collected resources and sushi restaurant profits to prepare for the dangers that lurk in the unknown. Running out of oxygen means leaving collected items and fish behind! [Eccentric characters with a lighthearted narrative] Quirky but lovable characters and a story full of in-jokes, spoofs, and other humorous scenes provide an approachable and enjoyable gameplay experience. [A beautiful sea environment with attractive 2D/3D Art] A combination of pixel and 3D graphics provides a stunning art style that showcases breathtaking underwater scenery. This oceanic adventure is set in the real marine environment of a Blue Hole filled with over 200 kinds of sea creatures. [Ample additional content to complement the main gameplay loop] Minigames, side quests, and multiple storylines provide many hours of entertainment and varied gameplay. [Supported Devices] This game requires a device with 6GB of RAM or more. iPhone: iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max, iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15 / 15 Plus / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16 / 16 Plus / 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17 / 17 Plus / 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air, or newer iPad: iPad (11th gen, 2025), iPad mini (7th gen, 2023), iPad Air (5th gen, 2022) / iPad Air (M2) / iPad Air (M3), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd gen, 2020), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th gen, 2020), or newer

About

Simple Spider

Enjoy a classic card game experience with large, easy-to-read cards and a clean interface. Play offline with no ads or subscriptions, and choose from three difficulty levels. Get unlimited hints and auto-complete to enhance your gameplay.

Highlights
  • No ads or video interruptions
  • One-time purchase, no subscriptions
  • 100% offline gameplay
  • Large print cards for readability
  • Clean and relaxing interface
  • 3 difficulty levels
  • Unlimited free hints
Features
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MY PROMISE: ONE-TIME PAYMENT, ZERO ADS, ZERO SUBSCRIPTIONS Are you tired of intrusive video ads, sneaky in-app purchase traps, and hidden monthly subscriptions that ruin your concentration? As the independent developer behind Simple games, I firmly believe that great classics don't need unnecessary clutter or tricks to empty your wallet. That is why I created Simple Spider, a premium card game designed exclusively for pure relaxation, mental clarity, and the honesty of traditional games. Buy once and play forever: a 100% transparent, distraction-free experience from the very first hand. • No Ads or Video Interruptions: No annoying pop-ups ever disrupting your game. • No Subscriptions or Hidden Fees: A single purchase to enjoy the complete game without limits. • 100% Offline Gameplay: No Wi-Fi or cellular data required. Enjoy your favorite spider solitaire anywhere—on airplanes, trains, or during your quiet morning routine. DESIGNED FOR MAXIMUM VISUAL COMFORT Stop straining your eyes with cluttered screens, complex menus, and microscopic symbols. I have carefully thought out and optimized every detail of Simple Spider to make it one of the cleanest, most accessible, and easy-to-use card games on the market—ideal for seniors or anyone who values high-contrast readability. • Large Print Cards: Extra-large numbers and crystal-clear suit designs make every single card completely visible and easy to recognize at a glance. • Clean, Relaxing Interface: A minimalist design that keeps your screen peaceful, focused, and beautifully organized. • Tap to Play: Move your cards effortlessly with a simple tap or smooth drag mechanics, fully optimized for all iPhone and iPad screens. GAMEPLAY ADAPTED TO ALL LEVELS Whether you want a casual mental warm-up to start your day or a serious strategic challenge to keep your mind sharp, you can adjust the game to match your own pace—no pressure, no timers. • 3 Difficulty Levels: Choose your style by playing variants of 1 suit (Easy), 2 suits (Medium), or 4 suits (Expert). • Unlimited Free Hints: Stuck on a tricky move? Get infinite, restriction-free smart hints whenever you need them, with no penalties. • One-Tap Auto-Complete: Finish your won games seamlessly with a single convenient tap as soon as the path to victory is completely clear. • Infinite Unique Shuffles: My generator guarantees millions of mathematically perfect deals so you never play the same game twice. Download Simple Spider today and rediscover the true joy of a great card game in absolute peace, comfort, and total honesty.

Screenshots

DAVE THE DIVER4 screens
Simple Spider4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DAVE THE DIVER at Free against Simple Spider's $1.99. DAVE THE DIVER also leads on ratings volume (323 vs 1). Simple Spider's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

DAVE THE DIVER is free to download; Simple Spider costs $1.99 up front. DAVE THE DIVER sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Spider asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Simple Spider holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DAVE THE DIVER has 323 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DAVE THE DIVER ships an update every 3 days, Simple Spider weekly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DAVE THE DIVER versus Simple Spider: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDAVE THE DIVERSimple Spider
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.2 (323 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews59.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings323 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3.4 GB29 MB
Age rating12++4
DeveloperMintrocketDaniel Diez Sanchez

Customer experience

DAVE THE DIVER

All ratings314 ratings
Positive78.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews196 reviews
Positive59.2%
Neutral16.3%
Negative24.5%

Simple Spider

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DAVE THE DIVER

One-time2
  • In the Jungle Content Pack$4.99
  • DAVE THE DIVER Full Version$9.99
None

Simple Spider

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DAVE THE DIVER free?
DAVE THE DIVER is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple Spider free?
Simple Spider costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DAVE THE DIVER or Simple Spider?
Simple Spider is rated higher. DAVE THE DIVER averages 4.2 out of 5 from 323 ratings, while Simple Spider averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do DAVE THE DIVER or Simple Spider have ads?
Neither DAVE THE DIVER nor Simple Spider shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DAVE THE DIVER or Simple Spider?
DAVE THE DIVER ships an update every 3 days, and Simple Spider weekly. Most recently, DAVE THE DIVER was updated on October 25, 2026 and Simple Spider on October 25, 2026.

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